Author Archives: Bruce Rosenbloom

The Disaggregated Professor

Last week’s (August 7, 2011) article in the Chronicle of Higher Education entitled, “Professors Cede Grading Power to Outsiders—Even Computers” triggered a very visceral reaction in me.  While I have been an advocate of hybrid/online learning at my institution, and … Continue reading

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Institutional Process Toward Online – Part 1

Online learning has evolved from ‘distance education,” which evolved from the early forms of correspondence courses. The 100+ year span of this history has used various methods of communication, from the U.S. Postal Service in the 1800s, dedicated TV networks … Continue reading

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Online as a Strategic Asset

Imagine a six-story brownstone in the heart of New York City generously donated to the City University of New York.  The brownstone is structurally sound and the donors have agreed to support the extensive renovation required to transform the space … Continue reading

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On Strategic Plans and Laundry Lists

Colleges can spend a lot of time doing strategic planning. Despite the best of intentions, however, these plans often fall short or are largely ignored as soon as the process is finished. Why is this the case?  For the most … Continue reading

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Why Strategic Planning?

The importance of strategic planning for a large institution cannot be underestimated. It provides both context for new initiatives and affirms the importance of such initiatives within an institutional context. Done well, a strategic plan provides a roadmap to specific … Continue reading

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